Kariyamkulam Shree Bhagavathy Temple, located in Vellanadu, Trivandrum, is steeped in history and spirituality. Its roots trace back to Kanchipuram, the renowned temple city in South India, famed for its Shiva and Vishnu temples established by the Pallava dynasty. Among Kanchipuram's celebrated deities is Kamakshi Devi, considered an incarnation of combined divine power from Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. The connection between Kanchipuram and Kariyamkulam stems from a tale of devotion and divine grace. Merchants from Kanchipuram, engaged in the silk trade, often travelled to Thiruvananthapuram despite arduous journeys that spanned six months. On one such journey, a group of merchants failed to return, prompting their wives to more seek divine intervention at the Kanchi Kamakshi Temple. Moved by their devotion, Goddess Kamakshi is believed to have guided the women safely to Thiruvananthapuram. Merchants were found living in Kariyamkulam, near Vattiyoorkavu. Reunited, the group established a temple to honour Goddess Kamakshi at Kariyamkulam. The original temple, built at Thittamangalam, faced resistance from locals, leading the devotees to relocate the shrine to its current location. The present-day Kariyamkulam Sri Bhagavathy Temple is believed to continue the Thittamangalam temple, preserving its traditions and rituals. In earlier times, temple rituals were conducted by members of the Uranma community, under the guidance of the Yogeeswara community. Today, these rituals are performed by appointed Brahmin priests, adhering to ancient customs. The temple holds deep spiritual significance and draws devotees seeking blessings from Kariyamkulathamma, identified as Kanchi Kamakshi. The temple’s history, intertwined with migration, divine revelation, and unwavering faith, has made it a cornerstone of devotion and tradition in the region.